Place all ingredients in the crock, cover and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place crock in the slow cooker and select the temperature setting. • Meat and poultry require at least 7 to 8 hours on Low. Do not use frozen meat in the slow cooker. Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking. If You’ve NEVER Used a Slow Cooker Cooking in a slow cooker is easy but You’ll soon be convinced that a slow different from conventional methods. cooker is a necessity. There are also Take a few minutes and read “How to many slow cooker recipe books avail- Use” and “Tips for Slow Cooking.” able in the library or book store. If you have any questions, call our toll-free customer service number. We’ll be glad to help. If You’ve Used a Slow Cooker Before You are probably ready to develop new recipes for use in your slow cooker. If the recipe was originally cooked in a saucepan on the stovetop, or slow roasted in the oven, adapting the recipe should be easy. Our slow cooker heats from the sides. The base slowly raises the temperature of the crock. Whether cooked on Low or High, the final temperature of the food is the same, about 200°F. The only difference is the amount of time the cooking process takes. 6 840086500 Ev04 6/22/01 4:30 PM Page 7 Adapting Recipes Some ingredients are not suited for extended cooking in the slow cooker. Pasta, seafood, milk, cream, or sour cream should be added 2 hours before serving. Evaporated milk or condensed soups are perfect for the slow cooker. Many things can affect how quickly a recipe will cook. The water and fat content of a food, the temperature of the food, and the size of the food will all affect the cooking time. Food cut into pieces will cook faster than whole roasts or poultry. Most meat and vegetable combinations require at least 7 hours on Low. The higher the fat content of the meat, the less liquid is needed. If cooking Cleaning 1. Turn the control knob to Off. Unplug cord from outlet. 2. Remove bowls, crock and cover from base and let cool. 3. Wash the bowls, crock and cover in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry. The bowls, crock and cover may also be washed in the dishwasher. meat with a high fat content, place thick onion slices underneath, so the meat will not sit and cook in the fat. Some recipes call for browning the meat before slow cooking. This is only to remove excess fat or for color; it is not necessary for successful cooking. Slow cookers have very little evaporation. If making your favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce the liquid or water called for in the original recipe. If too thick, liquids can be added later. If cooking a vegetable-type casserole, there will need to be liquid in the recipe to prevent scorching on the sides of the crock. 4. Wipe the base with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse base in water. Crock and Glass Cover Precautions and Information • Please handle the crock and cover carefully to ensure long life. • Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. For example, do not place a hot cover or crock into cold water, or onto a wet surface. • Avoid hitting the crock and cover against the faucet or other hard surfaces. • Do not use crock or cover if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched. • Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads. • The bottom of the crock is very rough and can damage the countertop. Use caution. • The crock and the cover can become very hot. Use caution. Do not place directly on any unprotected surface or countertop. • The crock is microwave safe and oven proof, but never heat the crock when empty. Never place the crock on a burner or stove top. Do not place the cover in a microwave oven, conventional oven, or on the stove top. 7 840086500 Ev04 6/22/01 4:30 PM Page 8 Optional Features on Selected Models The Lid Latch secures the cover while moving, transporting, or storing the slow cooker. To use Lid Latch, place the white band into the groove located under one of the handles. Stretch the band to the other side of the slow cooker and secure it in the groove under the other handle. Once the band is attached, it can also be crossed over the knob to further secure the lid. The Carrying Case can be used when you need to transport the slow cooker to another location. First attach the Lid Latch. Secure the electric cord of the slow cooker with a rubber band or twist tie. Then set the slow cooker in the Carrying Case with the cord under the slow cooker. Fit the handles of the slow cooker through the openings in the case. Zip the case and use caution when carrying any hot foods. The Carrying Case can be cleaned by wiping with a damp sponge. For bigger spills, hand wash the case in cold water and mild detergent. DO NOT PLUG IN AND TURN ON WHEN THE SLOW COOKER IS STILL IN THE CARRYING CASE. Recipes The recipes are divided into three different cooking categories: • Using the traditional crock • Using the Double Dish bowls with the water in the c...